2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Studebaker |
| Model | DB9 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
